Guardiola rules out mass Man City clearout
Pep Guardiola says his veteran Manchester City stars have a key role to play in the club’s rebuild as he tries to recapture former glories after a chastening season.
Infantino defends Saudi World Cup, Trump relationship
FIFA president Gianni Infantino stood by his governing body’s decision to award the 2034 World Cup to Saudi Arabia, while also defending his relationship with Donald Trump.
Victor Osimhen too good for Manchester United’s mess
Victor Osimhen is among the most sought-after strikers in world football and has continued to impress since joining Galatasaray on loan, but the Nigerian superstar must steer clear of a potential move to Manchester United, writes DYLAN JOHNSON.
Rodri back in training as City eye return ahead of schedule
Rodri has returned to training as the Manchester City midfielder looks to return ahead of schedule after suffering a serious knee injury in September.
Isco’s Betis upset Liga champions Real Madrid
Isco scored the winner from the penalty spot against his former side, who are level on points with league leaders Barcelona, who face Real Sociedad on Sunday.
Atletico go top after Real Madrid stumble at Betis
Diego Simeone’s side scraped a nervy 1-0 win against Athletic Bilbao, fourth, to lead Barcelona and Real Madrid by two points.
Watch: Real Betis v Real Madrid – Highlights
Real Betis’ Isco and Antony humiliated Real Madrid 2-1 at home, derailing Los Blancos’ La Liga title charge by two points behind leaders Atletico de Madrid.
Billing saves Napoli in draw with title rivals Inter
Philip Billing kept Napoli right on Inter Milan’s tail at the top of Serie A after scoring a late equaliser in Saturday’s exciting 1-1 draw in Naples.
Ancelotti: Mbappe back to face Real Betis
Kylian Mbappe is fit to start at Real Betis tonight after missing Real Madrid’s midweek Copa del Rey game after dental surgery, coach Carlo Ancelotti.
Goalkeeper time-wasting to be punished by a corner
Goalkeepers who hold on to the ball beyond eight seconds will be punished by conceding a corner from next season after a rule change by football’s lawmakers IFAB.